Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ICS-0221
Organization's ID:
ECE111
Organization:
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
Self-paced over 52 weeks (135 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 early childhood education
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to discuss the similarities and differences in young children, the components of quality early childhood education programs, and the role of the professional early childhood educator through a survey course.

Learning Outcomes:

  • plan the steps needed in developing an ideal model of a childcare setting
  • analyze the effects of environment and adherence to routines on the developmental appropriacy of a child
  • prepare a holistic curriculum for developing linguistic, analytical, and social skills in early childhood education
  • record observations of child interactions in an early childhood facility
  • prepare a report of an interview with an ECE Site Supervisor

General Topics:

  • Ideal model of childcare setting
  • The effects of environment and adherence to routines on child development
  • Holistic curriculum for developing linguistic, analytical, and social skills
  • Recording observations
  • Preparing a report of an interview with an ECE Site Supervisor
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials

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